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Margaret Blagg serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Augusta University's College of Allied Health Sciences, holding dual board certifications as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Pelvic Floor Clinical Specialist with expertise spanning neurorehabilitation and pelvic health.
Her educational background includes:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Medical College of Georgia, 2008
- Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, University of Georgia, 2004
Dr. Blagg's research focuses on neurologic rehabilitation, pelvic floor rehabilitation, gender health, and medical education, emphasizing innovative teaching methodologies and evidence-based interventions for neurological and pelvic conditions with special attention to rural healthcare disparities. Her clinical certifications include Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (2023), Board Certified Pelvic Floor Clinical Specialist (2017), and Certified Brain Injury Specialist (2009).
Recent publications demonstrate her commitment to advancing rehabilitation science through studies on pelvic floor muscle activation in yoga, pelvic health physical therapy, and palliative care screening tools for rural populations, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach to improving patient outcomes in underserved communities.
Her professional recognition includes the CAHS Faculty Research Mentorship Award (2019). Service contributions span departmental committees as Learner Success Committee Chair (2023-present) and Admissions Committee Chair (2020-2021), college-level roles on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force (2020-2022), and university-wide participation in Curriculum and Academic Policies Committee (2019-2020).
Teaching responsibilities include Pediatrics, Clinical Anatomy II, and Applied Neuroscience courses, with mentorship activities acknowledged through her research award despite limited public details on specific student advisement or grant funding.
